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Epic Road Trip To The Himalayas
Route: Srinagar, Sonmarg, Zojila Pass, Drass, Tiger Hill, Tololing, Lamarayu, Kargil, Leh, Nubra, Pangong

This journey takes you on a roundtrip of 1500 kms across the farther reaches of the Himalayas.

Note: We encourage responsible tourism. Practice these guidelines while on a trip!

Accomdations

Eco Resorts
Home Stays
Camps

Service Level

Budget
All Inclusive

Transportation

Shared
Private

Food

Vegetarian

Age

Max 60 years

Difficulty

Easy

Fitness Guide

Basic everyday fitness.

Tour Map

Tour Experience

Curated Tour for the 18-60's something traveler. This epic road trip is all about the majestic Himalayas - their environment , culture and great landscapes. 1500 KMS of hi-altitude adventure with a splash of local culture.

PS: Please note that this is group tour. Get in touch for a private tour with the same itinerary and better customization


  • All Inclusive Himalayan Road Trip
  • Road Trip Destinations : Srinagar-Sonmarg-Zojila Pass- Drass-Tiger Hill- Tololing-Lamarayu- Kargil-Leh-Nubra- Pangong
  • Experience DRASS -the coldest place after Siberia
  • Listen to brief history of KARGIL war memorial at the Hall of Fame ( Availability Dependent)
  • Say hi to the giant Buddha sculpture in Mulbekh
  • Seek blessing's at the Lamayuru monastery- the oldest in Ladakh at 11,520 ft
  • Get curious at the Magnetic hill
  • Explore Leh , its streets , people and local food - We spend 2 nights here.
  • Hold on to your nerves on the highest motorable road in the world- Khardungla at 18,380 ft
  • Camp at the sand dunes in the NUBRA valley
  • Ride a double humped camel at 14,000 ft
  • Take a day trip to TURTUK - the last northernmost village on the Indian border
  • Explore the unique culture of the BALTI settlers at TURTUK
  • Camp at tributary of PANGONG TSO

10N/ 11D

Departure: Fixed

You will be doing:

Photography

You will be experiencing:

Nature
High Altitude

Itinerary

1 Srinagar

On your arrival at Srinagar Airport, you will be received by our on ground staff . We will begin our trip towards Srinagar. Once settled at our accommodation for the day, we will have the afternoon to ourselves; Take in the local sights , visit local hotspots , indulge in local culinary. Overnight in Srinagar.

  • Srinagar International Airport
  • Srinagar
15 km None
700 +

We proceed for Kargil. Enroute we visit the lush green valley of Sonmarg also known as “Meadow of Gold” due to many contours of its landscape. We pass Zojila pto reach Drass Village. Enroute we visit DRAUPADI KUND, a site of where PANDAVAS had exiled during their reign. We will also have orientation about the brief history of the Kargil War by a Army Jawan ( If Available) . Before reaching Kargil witness mesmerising views of Tiger Hill and Tololing.


  • Srinagar
  • Sonmarg
  • Zojila Pass
  • Tiger Hill
  • Tololing Peak
  • Kargil
240 km None
0

After breakfast we leave for Leh.

En route visit Mulbek- A giant Buddha Sculpture on Rock Mountain. We pay respects to the mountain gods at the oldest monastery of Ladakh in Lamayuru.

Lunch is served at Nurla / Saspol Village with gorgeous views of the valley. These villages are perched at 9977 feet ASL

Post lunch leave for Leh, en route visit  the popular Magnetic Hill and Pathar Sahib Gurudwara. 

  • Kargil
  • Mulbekh
  • Lamayuru
  • Nurla
  • Suspol
  • Magnetic Hill
  • Pathar Sahib Gurudwara
  • Leh
270 km None
0

Today we break our journey to spend time in the himalayan town - LEH.

This is a wonderful break to know the town, its culture, people, architecture and the local cuisine. It is also good opportunity to replenish personal supplies, if any and prepare for our next destination.

1000 +

After an early breakfast we proceed to Nubra Valley. To reach NUBRA we cross KHARDUNGLA at 18,380 ft. The accommodation at NUBRA will be a camping experience. Once settled we leave for Hundar dunes to enjoy a double humped or a BACTRIAN camel ride along the vast cold desert at 10,000 ft. One can also experience the local folk dance in the valley.

  • Leh
  • Nubra Valley
160 km None
500

We leave for a day trip to the village of Turtuk. The village of turtuk is inhabited by the the BALTI tribe originally from Tibet and now scattered across Gilgit–Baltistan, Ladakh and Tibet. We interact with them and learn their culture through artifacts, museums, architecture and personal interaction ( depending in availability). We head back to Nubra after the day trip to Turtuk.

  • Nubra Valley
  • Turtuk
  • Nubra Valley
164 km None
0

After a early breakfast we leave for Pangong Tso. We spend the day and camp at the lake to wake to a never seen before sunrise and atmosphere. Pangong is a Himalayan glacial lake

  • Nubra Valley
  • Agham
  • Shyok
  • Durbuk
  • Tangtse
  • Pangong Tso
223 km None
0

Wake up to a beautiful morning inthe higher himalayas. Enjoy your breakfast by the lake. at 14,000ft which is surreal experience. Post breakfast spend time at leisure exploring the lake.

Later we drive to Leh via Changla pass, we should be reaching leh by early evening - just in time to catch the sunset. We settle down in Leh for the day.

  • Pangong Tso
  • Changla Pass
  • Leh
230 km None
0

After breakfast drive towards Kargil. Enroute visit the Magnetic Hill , and check out Sangam - the confluence of Zanskar & Indus River at nimu village, Ladakh. We then spend time in Hall of Fame and seek blessings at the Gurudwara Pathar Sahib.


After lunch we  visit Lamayuru Monastery where we witness moon scapes post which we drive for KARGIL crossing Fotu-la pass at 13,489 ft.


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  • LEH
  • PHEY
  • NIMMO
  • NURLA
  • LAMAYURU
  • KARGIL
217 km -16 km
0

After a early breakfast we leave for Srinagar - Our last day on this epic journey. Enroute check out the views of the mountains and the valleys one last time ! We cross Sonmarg at

  • KARGIL
  • DRASS
  • ZOJI LA
  • SONMARG
  • SRINAGAR
202 km None
0

After breakfast we split for our respective destinations from Srinagar Airport.

15 km None
0 +

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Other Details

Inclusions

Accommodation on twin sharing basis

Breakfast, Dinner for the duration of the tour

All Transfers by Non-A/C private tempo traveler

All taxes, toll, parking charges

5% GST on billing

Any fare to and from Leh.

Any Kind of Personal Expenses or Optional Tours / Extra Meals Ordered
Any thing not specifically mentioned under the head “Package Inclusions”

Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone Calls

The Services of Vehicle is not included on leisure days & after finishing the
sightseeing tour as per the Itinerary

Any Kind of Drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral, Aerated)

Guide fee, camera fee, Soft or Hard drinks, Starters.

Medical & Travel insurance

Additional costs due to flight cancellation, road blocks etc

Restricted entry permit fee for visiting Pangong Lake and Nubra Valley Inner Line
Permit charged at actuals on site Rs. 700/- per person

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